The lively market town of Glossop is a gateway to the Peak District. Cosy cafes, pubs and guesthouses make it an excellent base for walks in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside. Shop and dine on the bustling High Street, explore the town’s medieval quarter and visit one of the most beautiful manor houses in England.
Things to do in Glossop
Glossop is set at the doorstep of Peak District National Park. From rolling green hillsides to windswept moorlands and rugged limestone dales, the park protects some of the most beautiful landscapes in the British Isles. The best way to explore the park is on foot. You’ll find everything from family-friendly walks to long-distance trails in Peak District National Park.
Magnificent Chatsworth House will take your breath away. Founded in the 1500s, the stately home combines elements of Tudor, English Baroque and Italianate architecture. Rooms are furnished with gleaming antiques, oil paintings and period homewares. Enjoy lunch at the farmhouse café and stroll around the gardens designed by acclaimed English landscape architect, Capability Brown.
Browse a mix of high-street brands and independent boutiques in the Glossop town centre. The atmospheric High Street is framed by historic cotton mills built in the 19th and 20th centuries. Many are reimagined as cafes, gastropubs and farm-to-table restaurants.
Stroll around Old Glossop and discover the town’s medieval past. Admire rows of postcard-perfect stone cottages and enjoy a picnic in Manor Park, a former stomping ground for the Duke of Norfolk. Today it’s beautifully landscaped with emerald-green lawns and flower-filled gardens.
Getting around Glossop
Glossop is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in Derbyshire, 30 minutes from Manchester by car or train. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Glossop and explore the Peak District at your own pace. Manchester Airport is a 30-minute drive away.